Texas vs WyomingLLC (2026)
Wyoming wins for non-residents: $60/year vs $300 one-time TX fee and weaker privacy.
Start my LLC β from β¬249Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Texas (TX) | Wyoming (WY) |
|---|---|---|
| Filing fee (one-time) | $300 | $100 |
| Annual fee | $0 | $60 |
| 5-year cost (estimated) | $795 | $835 |
| Member privacy | Medium | High |
| Best for | Best for Texas-based or US-Texas-operating founders. No state income t | Best overall for non-residents: low fees, strong privacy, no state tax |
Texas
- No state income tax
- Largest US economy after CA
- $300 one-time filing (no annual report)
- Public ownership records
- Better for physical operations than passive holding
Wyoming
Winner- No state income tax
- Strong asset protection laws
- Anonymous LLCs allowed
- Low annual fee ($60)
- Recognized by Mercury, Wise, Stripe
Verdict
Wyoming wins for non-residents: $60/year vs $300 one-time TX fee and weaker privacy.
Why we recommend Wyoming? Best for non-residents.
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